Die Setter

Hamilton Connections is seeking candidates for a die setter position at a manufacturing company in Bethel, CT. This is a temp-to-hire position.

The die setter sets up die in a stamping press and runs production without assistance.

The hours are 7:30 a.m.

-4 p.m., Monday-Friday. The pay is $30-$35 an hour, depending on experience.

Job Responsibilities:

• Complete die set-ups for production in accordance with work order
• Analyze and resolve work problems or assists workers in solving work problems
• Operate all standard press room machinery and production support equipment
• Work with toolmakers to troubleshoot stamping problems related to slug pulling, misdeeds, scrap build up and segregation, part ejection, and product dimensional nonconformance
• Perform routine machine maintenance
• Help with generation of work instructions when required
• Degrease stamp parts
• Count parts daily after production and during inventory
• Keep work area clean
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• 5 or more years of experience in tool making and die setting
• Strong mechanical skills
• High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of vocational training strongly preferred
• Able to read blueprints
• Able to use and interpret inspection equipment including precision tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, etc.)
• Able to handle physical aspects of the job, including standing for long periods and heavy lifting
• Able to troubleshoot press machine
• Organized with the ability to multi-task and be adaptable to change
• Good math skills
• Good interpersonal and leadership skills
• Analytical thinking/problem solving
• Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Able to pass pre-employment screenings